Mridanga: The Mayapuris
Label: Mantralogy & Equal Vision
The Mayapuris is a U.S.-based kirtan music group that performs Sanskrit call-and-response chanting originating from West Bengal, India. The main performers are Vish, Kish, Jagi, Bali and Vrinda. The album’s title reveals a mridanga, a drum, as the primary instrument of choice, yet there are a variety of instruments used including the esraj, violin, kartal cymbals, flute, cello, dholak, dilruba, doumbek, harmonium, bass and sax. The soul-stirring melodies, mesmerizing instrumentation and scintillating vocals provide great entertainment for any occasion. In addition, Sanskrit lyrics are included in the liner notes, which also folds out as a poster.
